Yet Another Southern Pulled Pork Bbq
Savor the essence of Southern comfort with "Yet Another Southern Pulled Pork BBQ," a slow-cooked masterpiece bursting with bold flavor and tender, juicy texture. This recipe transforms a bone-in or boneless pork shoulder into perfectly seasoned, fall-apart shredded pork, thanks to a rich dry rub of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and brown sugar balanced with a hint of cayenne pepper for subtle heat. Slow-cooked in a blend of apple cider vinegar and chicken stock, the pork achieves maximum tenderness over eight hours before being bathed in your favorite BBQ sauce. Serve this crowd-pleasing dish piled high on soft hamburger buns or slider rolls, paired with creamy coleslaw for the ultimate BBQ experience. Whether for a backyard barbecue, game day, or a comforting family dinner, this recipe is a guaranteed hit. Keywords: Southern pulled pork, BBQ pork recipe, slow-cooked pulled pork, homemade BBQ sandwich, easy Southern recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 lbs Pork shoulder (bone-in or boneless)
- 2 tbsp Smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp Brown sugar
- 2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 0.5 tsp Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup Chicken stock
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 8 pieces Hamburger buns or slider rolls (optional, for serving)
- 2 cups Coleslaw (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper to create a dry rub.
Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels. Rub the dry spice mixture all over the pork, ensuring it is evenly coated. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight for better flavor.
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned (about 3 minutes per side).
Place the seared pork shoulder into a slow cooker. Pour the apple cider vinegar and chicken stock around the pork.
Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 8 hours, or until the pork is fall-apart tender and easily shredded with a fork.
Remove the cooked pork from the slow cooker and place it on a large cutting board. Use two forks to shred the meat, discarding any excess fat or bone.
Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and pour in the BBQ sauce. Stir well to combine, ensuring the pork is evenly coated. Let the mixture cook on low for another 30 to 60 minutes.
Serve the pulled pork on hamburger buns or slider rolls, topped with coleslaw if desired. Alternatively, serve the pork on its own with your favorite sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8237 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 544.3 g | 698% | |
| Saturated Fat | 174.1 g | 870% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1622 mg | 541% | |
| Sodium | 11034 mg | 480% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 391.3 g | 142% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.1 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 199.3 g | ||
| Protein | 456.5 g | 913% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 894 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 38.9 mg | 216% | |
| Potassium | 8084 mg | 172% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
